Sauteed Mushroom with Peas

Mushrooms are in the league of all the coloured vegetables, namely carrots, tomatoes, pumpkin, due to their high antioxidant capacity. Apart from that, they are rich in selenium, vitamin D, and folate. These nutrients are shown to be beneficial in conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, weight management, immunity among others.

Serves: 1 -2

Level of cooking: medium

Preparation time: 15 min

Ingredients

3 tsp vegetable or chicken broth

1 cup crimini mushrooms

1/2 cup green peas

For Mediterranean dressing

1tsp lemon

1tsp virgin olive oil

2 medium cloves gloves

Sea salt and pepper

Method

Chop or press garlic and let sit for 5 minutes to enhance its health-promoting properties.

Heat 3 TBS broth over medium heat in a stainless steel skillet.

When broth begins to steam, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 3 minutes.

Add green peas and saute for 4 more minutes.

Transfer to a bowl. For more flavor, toss crimini mushrooms with the remaining ingredients while they are still hot. The Mediterranean Dressing does not need to be made separately.